Embracing “Fake Fall” in the Bay Area As September comes to a close, I like to call this time of year “Fake Fall.” While I scroll through my weather app, checking in on all my favorite people across the country, I notice that most are still experiencing summer temperatures. That is, except for my sister…
Meal Plan // Week of September 23, 2024
Recap of Last Week’s Meal Plan Last week’s meal plan gave us plenty of good food throughout the week, along with tasty leftovers for lunch. I hope you had a chance to try the Chicken Larb recipe—it was a hit with my family! While I’m already brainstorming ways to bump up the nutritional content of…
Meal Plan // Week of September 16, 2024
We’ve got a special houseguest this week and that calls for a meal plan with extra tasty food! Grandma will be in town and I want to make sure to feed her well. I also have lunch plans to introduce my mom to True Foods Kitchen in Palo Alto – I know she will love…
Chicken Shawarma Salad
Of all the salads my family enjoys, this Chicken Shawarma Salad has been a regular in our rotation for years. Along with Southwest Chicken Salad and Cobb Salad, it’s a staple that never gets old. The combination of crisp lettuce, crunchy veggies, and flavorful marinated roasted chicken creates a dish that’s both healthy and satisfying….
Dairy-free Creamy Tomato Soup
How I Perfected Dairy-Free Creamy Tomato Soup During my internship at Flea Street Cafe in Menlo Park, I regularly made 16 quarts of seasonal, vegan soup every few days. Needless to say, I got pretty good at it. One of the best skills I learned was how to make luscious and velvety soups without using…
Zucchini-Olive Oil Cake with Lemon Icing
Why Snack Cakes are My Favorite Dessert When it comes to desserts, snack cakes are always a favorite of mine. Unlike traditional layer cakes, which can often be dry and overly sweet, snack cakes are thinner and pair perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee. They offer just the right balance of sweetness and…
Meal Plan // Week of September 9, 2024
We had a bit of a heatwave in the Bay Area last week, and it was a nice change of pace! In my particular location on the peninsula, we don’t get too many of those even during the summer. Thankfully, salads, the air fryer, and crockpot meals helped us avoid heating up the kitchen too…
Easy Pearled Farro
Farro is a delicious nutrient-rich grain, often used in Italian cuisine. Pearled farro, which cooks faster than whole farro and seems easier to find in grocery stores, is packed with fiber and an impressive amount of protein. Its chewy texture and nutty flavor make it a versatile base for many dishes and it’s one of…
Raspberry Chia Seed Jam
If you’ve been here awhile, you know my love of adding chia seeds to my meals, especially my breakfast! Here’s one way I’ve been using chia seeds in a tasty new way – Raspberry Chia Seed Jam. This tangy spread is a healthy alternative to standard sugary jams, and it is so simple to make….
Meal Plan // Week of September 1, 2024
Where Did Summer Go? Welcoming September and a New Season I couldn’t believe my eyes when I woke up and saw that the calendar had turned into a new month overnight. Where did summer go? For many of us with kids at home, August and September bring the “new year” feeling as the kids head…